Respiratory Therapists Salary in District of Columbia
Respiratory Therapists in District of Columbia earn a median of $111,950 a year, +36% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $111,950
- vs. U.S. median
- +36% ($82,280)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,240; the top 10% earn over $127,400. Nationally the range is $63,660 to $118,050.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Respiratory Therapists pay in District of Columbia
How much do respiratory therapists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $111,950 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,240 and the top 10% earn over $127,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for respiratory therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+36% vs. the national median of $82,280). Living costs are not included.